Bartender/Server

Welcome to Calypso, a unique restaurant & lounge concept located inside The Waterfront Inn hotel ! Calypso is a vibrant, lively dining experience located on picturesque Lake Sumter in The Villages, Florida. The experience is a celebration of the rich culture of the Caribbean with a modern play on traditional flavors and vibes. As guests step into Calypso, they will be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The indoor-outdoor lakeside bar allows guests to enjoy the refreshing breezes from Lake Sumter while sipping on their favorite concoctions. The décor, inspired by Floridian colors, creates a breezy, tropical ambiance and mood.

Future growth opportunities within our 3 (soon to be 4) hotels here in The Villages. Competitive pay with great benefits - eligible for 3 weeks paid vacation on Jan.1, 2026, eight (8) paid holidays; health insurance; dental & vision insurance; your children are eligible for free Villages Charter School tuition; 401K with company match; HSA with company match and more.

Applicants are encouraged to apply in person, Tuesday-Friday, between 10am and 3pm, and/or apply online.

JOB SUMMARY:

Our Restaurant Bartenders / Servers provide service to restaurant guests by taking orders for food and beverages, delivering orders to bar patrons, and ensuring that guests have a pleasant experience.

Will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding customers’ needs and expectations. This position requires a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. Prior hotel experience is preferred, but not required. Applicant needs to have outstanding customer service skills to be considered for the position.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Interact with customers, take orders and serve food and drinks

· Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons

· Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails

· Plan and present bar menu and specials

· Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations

· Check customers’ identification and confirm customer meets legal drinking age

· Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies

· Stay guest focused and nurture an excellent guest experience

· Comply with all food and beverage regulations

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Resume and proven working experience as a bartender

· Excellent knowledge of mixing, garnishing, and serving drinks

· Computer literacy

· Knowledge of a second language is a plus

· Positive attitude and excellent communication skills

· Ability to keep your area organized, stocked and clean

· Relevant training certificate

· Ability to operate point-of-sale systems.

· Well-organized with ability to take and place food and beverage orders accurately.

· Ability to handle cash and credit card transactions.

Education and Experience:

· Previous experience as a bartender preferred.

· Must successfully complete restaurant’s training course.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of standing and walking.

· Must be able to lift, balance, and carry trays of food weighing up to 25 pounds.

Schedule:

· May vary weekly based upon business demands

· Holidays

· Monday to Friday

· Weekends

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTE: The hotel functions 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at times it may be necessary to move an associate from their accustomed shift as business demands. In addition, I understand that business determines the amount of hours I work. A minimum of 45 hours a week and could be more based on business/staffing needs.

The Waterfront Inn is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please see the attached posters for more detail about your rights: Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law (EEO), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.98 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12